Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called 'cephalosporins' used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissue. Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

How does Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's work?

Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Does Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea is the common side effect of Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's. Drink lots of water and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you observe blood in stools (tarry stools) or have severe diarrhoea (vomiting or watery stool), immediately consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Can I stop taking Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's on my own?

It is recommended to complete the course of Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic-resistance).

Does Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's cause stomach upset?

Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's may cause stomach upset as a side effect. To avoid this, take Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's preferably with food. Taking Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's with food helps in increasing its absorption in the body.

Does Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's affect blood tests?

Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood tests known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's induces a positive direct Coombs test giving a false positive test. Therefore, inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's.

Can I take antacids or antiulcer medicines with Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's?

Do not take antacids and anti-ulcer medicines along with Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's. Try to maintain at least a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Goldpod-200 Dispersible Tablet 10's.